After an early misstep, I revisited Ina Garten’s Ultimate Ginger Cookies eleven years later—and finally got them right. These classic molasses cookies have crisp edges, chewy centers, warm spices, and Ina’s signature upgrade: chopped crystallized ginger for extra bite and depth.
Ina Garten’s Chicken with Goat Cheese & Basil is proof that simple recipes can still feel special. Juicy chicken is baked with creamy garlic-herb goat cheese and fresh basil tucked under the skin. Pair it with couscous or vegetables for a dinner that’s elegant enough for guests yet easy for weeknights.
Enjoy this iconic Beatty’s Chocolate Cake – I’m not even much of a chocolate cake lover, but this one won me over years ago! The supremely moist chocolate buttermilk sponge (enhanced with fresh-brewed coffee to intensify the chocolate flavor) is covered with a lush chocolate buttercream, made extra luxurious with an egg yolk and instant coffee to turn up the volume.
Ina Garten’s Coconut Cake from “Barefoot Contessa at Home” is a fan-favorite transformation of her famous cupcakes. This indulgent recipe features a moist, buttery sponge and the creamiest cream cheese frosting.
For our last brunch, I made sure to add some extra veggies to balance out the heavier dishes we were serving. While everyone patiently waited for the main courses to be ready, I served Ina’s Green Herb Dip with carrots, celery, broccoli, tomatoes and cucumbers. An absolute Ina classic.
Book: Barefoot Contessa at Home, page 206 Episode: Impromptu Dinner Rating: 5/5 How Easy Is That: Easy Store-Bought Is Fine: butter pecan ice cream Pricey Ingredients: — Hard-to-find: — Recipe on Foodnetwork.com View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trent (@storeboughtisfine)
Book: Barefoot Contessa at Home, page 116 Episode: Festive Fun Rating: 5/5 How Easy Is That: Easy Store-Bought Is Fine: tomato puree Pricey Ingredients: all the seafood Hard-to-find: — Recipe on Foodnetwork.com View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trent (@storeboughtisfine)
Book: Barefoot Contessa at Home, page 124Episode: Blueprint LunchRating: 4/5 How Easy Is That: EasyStore-Bought Is Fine: kielbasa Pricey Ingredients: —Hard-to-find: — Recipe on Foodnetwork.com View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trent (@storeboughtisfine)